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Houston Astros first round draft choice Mark Appel hugs Jay Magness, one of his Little League team mates, before the Houston Astros game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Minute Maid Park on Wednesday, June 19, 2013, in Houston.
Photo: Smiley N. Pool, Houston Chronicle
Houston Astros first round draft choice Mark Appel hugs Jay...
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Lonnie Whitemere, left, stands at the sixth hole of the River Point Country Club where he and his son hit a hole in one on Father's Day. Lonnie says it's his second hole in one and his son's first.
Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle
Lonnie Whitemere, left, stands at the sixth hole of the River Point...
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Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27) makes a throw over the Milwaukee Brewers Jonathan Lucroy (20) trying to turn a double play during the seventh inning at Minute Maid Park on Wednesday, June 19, 2013, in Houston. Brewers first baseman Yuniesky Betancourt was safe at first on a throwing error by Altuve on the play.
Photo: Smiley N. Pool, Houston Chronicle
Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27) makes a throw over...
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Houston Astros first round draft choice Mark Appel signs autographs for fans before the Astros game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Minute Maid Park on Wednesday, June 19, 2013, in Houston.
Photo: Smiley N. Pool, Houston Chronicle
Houston Astros first round draft choice Mark Appel signs autographs...
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Passengers wait in line at terminal C to travel to terminals A and B after vehicle access was closed due to a gas leak, Wednesday, June 19, 2013, in Houston. Travelers could still access the terminals through the inter-terminal train systems.
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
Passengers wait in line at terminal C to travel to terminals A and...
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A police officer directs traffic after closing vehicle access to terminals A and B due to a gas leak, Wednesday, June 19, 2013, in Houston. Travelers could still access the terminals through the inter-terminal train systems.
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
A police officer directs traffic after closing vehicle access to...
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A man walks the departure ramp to terminal B after it, along with terminal A, was closed to vehicle access due to a gas leak, Wednesday, June 19, 2013, in Houston. Travelers could still access the terminals through the inter-terminal train systems.
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
A man walks the departure ramp to terminal B after it, along with...
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Noah Boyd, 5, prays before eating as homeless women and children lunch on donated pizza, June 18, 2013 in Houston at Star of Hope.
Photo: Eric Kayne, For The Chronicle
Noah Boyd, 5, prays before eating as homeless women and children...
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Dylan Huberty, 9, left, Colin Brown, 8, Nolan Otis, 9, and Ryan Huberty, 11, right, watch as Adam Hammons, a Fish and Wildlife Technician with Texas Parks and Wildlife, scoops fish out of a tank to be loaded onto boats during an event with Lake Houston Sports & Recreation to distribute 100,000 Florida hybrid bass at Lake Houston Wednesday, June 19, 2013, in Huffman. The one and a half inch long fish were trucked by Texas Parks & Wildlife from the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in Athens. The fish were loaded onto several boats and distributed around the lake by volunteers with Lake Houston Sports & Recreation.
Photo: Melissa Phillip, Houston Chronicle
Dylan Huberty, 9, left, Colin Brown, 8, Nolan Otis, 9, and Ryan...
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Ashley Cardenas, holding daughter Audrina, 8 months old, greets Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) outside his office on Capitol Hill in Washington DC. Audrina was born with a rare and usually fatal congenital malformation known as ectopia cordis. One day after Audrina's birth, surgeons at Texas Children's Hospital saved her life during a six-hour, open heart surgery where they reconstructed her chest cavity to make space for the one-third of her heart that was outside of her body. Cardenas and her mother were in Washington to deliver a message to their members of Congress about the importance of access to medical care for children.
Photo: Mary F. Calvert, For The Chronicle
Ashley Cardenas, holding daughter Audrina, 8 months old, greets...
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Cedric Brown carries his son, CJ Brown, 3, to shoot a basket during Camp Periwinkle Day at Texas Children's Hospital, Wednesday, June 19, 2013, in Houston. Texas Children's Cancer Center patients and their families also got a chance to participate in various activities such as Wii Home Run Derby, carnival games along with arts and crafts, and building stuffed animal cow in Build-A-Buddy activity.
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
Cedric Brown carries his son, CJ Brown, 3, to shoot a basket during...
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Andy Garcia, 5, smiles as he gets his face painted during Camp Periwinkle Day at Texas Children's Hospital, Wednesday, June 19, 2013, in Houston.
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
Andy Garcia, 5, smiles as he gets his face painted during Camp...
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Karina Hernandez laughs with her daughter Stephanie Hernandez, 2, as they build a stuffed animal cow during the Build-A-Buddy activity at Camp Periwinkle Day at Texas Children's Hospital, Wednesday, June 19, 2013, in Houston.
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
Karina Hernandez laughs with her daughter Stephanie Hernandez, 2,...
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Houston artist Jillian Conrad at her solo exhibit "Ley Lines" at Devin Borden Gallery, Thursday, June 13, 2013, in Houston.
Photo: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle
Houston artist Jillian Conrad at her solo exhibit "Ley Lines" at...
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Fire Departments from both Texarkana Texas and Arkansas show their respect to fallen Texarkana Texas Officer William Sprague, Wednesday, June 19, 2013. The massive American flag was suspended over I-30 as the funeral procession passes under Stateline Bridge and enters Arkansas on route to Malvern Arkansas where Sprague was laid to rest.
Photo: Cecil Anderson, Associated Press
Fire Departments from both Texarkana Texas and Arkansas show their...
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R.J. Cardenas runs past a screen displaying a broadcast of Game 6 in the NBA Finals basketball series between the San Antonio Spurs and the Miami Heat, Tuesday, June 18, 2013, in San Antonio.
Photo: Eric Gay, Associated Press
R.J. Cardenas runs past a screen displaying a broadcast of Game 6...
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Dylan Sprayberry, a young actor from Houston, poses for a photo in the Houston Chronicle Photo Studio, Friday, June 14, 2013, in Houston. Sprayberry, who after six years of doing spots on various TV shows including Glee and iCarly, now appears on screen as the young Clark Kent in the new Superman film "Man of Steel."
Photo: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle
Dylan Sprayberry, a young actor from Houston, poses for a photo in...
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Monica Bradbery, 22, is embraced by Brooke Stanfield as Danielle Bradbery is announced the winner of The Voice as a crowd cheers during a finale watch party at Community of Faith on Tuesday, June 18, 2013, in Hockley.
Photo: Mayra Beltran
Monica Bradbery, 22, is embraced by Brooke Stanfield as Danielle...
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The crowd celebrates Danielle Bradbery is announced the winner of The Voice as a crowd cheers during a finale watch party at Community of Faith on Tuesday, June 18, 2013, in Hockley.
Photo: Mayra Beltran
The crowd celebrates Danielle Bradbery is announced the winner of...
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Saint Arnold Brewery's Janet Hamric celebrates the first sold beer at Saint Arnold Brewery after pouring a glass of Saint Arnold Bishop's Barrel for Dale Edwards, Tuesday June 18, 2013 at Saint Arnold Brewery in Houston, Texas. Dale Edwards was sold the first beer ever bought at Saint Arnold Brewery, in accord with a new state law that went into effect Saturday.
Photo: Billy Smith II, Houston Chronicle
Saint Arnold Brewery's Janet Hamric celebrates the first sold beer...
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A man picks up an ATM sign after burglars took an ATM from a Texaco gas station at Rittenhouse Street and North Freeway, Tuesday, June 18, 2013, in Houston. Houston Police said that they caught at least four suspects who were driving a Dodge pickup. They did not say if they recovered the ATM.
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
A man picks up an ATM sign after burglars took an ATM from a Texaco...
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A man cleans up after burglars took an ATM from a Texaco gas station at Rittenhouse Street and North Freeway, Tuesday, June 18, 2013, in Houston. Houston Police said that they caught at least four suspects who were driving a Dodge pickup. They did not say if they recovered the ATM.
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
A man cleans up after burglars took an ATM from a Texaco gas...
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Gary Powell and Richard Arnhart of the Texas General Land Office steer a boat in the Ship Channel Tuesday June 18, 2013. The Texas General Land Office held an Oil Spill Prevention and Response Program media day at their La Porte Office.
Photo: Billy Smith II
Gary Powell and Richard Arnhart of the Texas General Land Office...
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Michele Johnson of Wildlife Response Services demonstrates the cleaning of a duck as if it had been affected by oil, Tuesday June 18, 2013. The Texas General Land Office held an Oil Spill Prevention and Response Program media day at their La Porte Office.
Photo: Billy Smith II
Michele Johnson of Wildlife Response Services demonstrates the...
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SWAT leaves after a standoff with SWAT, in West Houston, Tuesday, June 18, 2013, in Houston. Police took a man into custody after he held police at bay in an apartment and assaulting an officer by cutting the officer's lip. The standoff began about 7:45 a.m. at 13835 Hollowgreen near Panagard, according to the Houston Police Department. The man was taken into custody about 9 a.m.
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
SWAT leaves after a standoff with SWAT, in West Houston, Tuesday,...
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Officials wheel a man restrained to a gurney after a standoff with SWAT, in West Houston, Tuesday, June 18, 2013, in Houston. Police took the man into custody after he held police at bay in an apartment and assaulting an officer by cutting the officer's lip. The standoff began about 7:45 a.m. at 13835 Hollowgreen near Panagard, according to the Houston Police Department. The man was taken into custody about 9 a.m.
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
Officials wheel a man restrained to a gurney after a standoff with...
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New Prairie View A&M Athletic Director Ashley Robinson greets well wishers with his mother Jeanette Robinson Straughter, center, after a press conference announcing his seat , Tuesday, June 18, 2013, in Prairie View.
Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle
New Prairie View A&M Athletic Director Ashley Robinson greets well...
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Brothers Luke Perales, right, and Joseph Perales use a rope swing as they play on the Guadalupe River, Tuesday, June 18, 2013, in San Gurene, Texas.
Photo: Eric Gay, Associated Press
Brothers Luke Perales, right, and Joseph Perales use a rope swing...
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Kaeden Akeroyd, 5, left, and his sister, Kaeli, 7, cheer for the Houston Astros before a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers Tuesday, June 18, 2013, in Houston.
Photo: David J. Phillip, Associated Press
Kaeden Akeroyd, 5, left, and his sister, Kaeli, 7, cheer for the...
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A woman cleans the staircase of a business after an attempted robbery took place at the BBVA Compass Bank next door, Monday, June 17, 2013, in Houston. The robbery was reported about 8:45 a.m. at the bank at 12649 Memorial near Boheme, according to the Houston Police Department. Initial reports indicated the man sped away alone after the robbery in a gray four-door Lincoln westbound on Memorial.
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
A woman cleans the staircase of a business after an attempted...
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Juan Fiscal with Gulf Coast Marine wipes down an anchor on a boat during setup for the Houston Summer Boat Show at Reliant Center Monday, June 17, 2013, in Houston.
Photo: James Nielsen, Houston Chronicle
Juan Fiscal with Gulf Coast Marine wipes down an anchor on a boat...
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Dylan Gwin with Boats Etc. guides a forklift operator moving a boat into the companies booth by a forklift during setup for the Houston Summer Boat Show at Reliant Center Monday, June 17, 2013, in Houston.
Photo: James Nielsen, Houston Chronicle
Dylan Gwin with Boats Etc. guides a forklift operator moving a boat...
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Ceida Rodriguez walks her friend's dogs, Hendrix and Twinkle, along Heights Boulevard, Monday, June 17, 2013, in Houston.
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
Ceida Rodriguez walks her friend's dogs, Hendrix and Twinkle, along...
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Ketria Bastian Scott watches as a developer cuts down a historic, century-old Sycamore tree at the corner of Oxford Street and 23rd St., Monday, June 17, 2013, in Houston. Locals showed their support in keeping the tree as they stood in protest. The tree is 106-feet tall, according to the 2011 Harris County Tree Registry. Scott, an artist who lives in the neighborhood and who has tried to save the tree, said "the Lorax says you speak for the trees because the trees have no tongue. I feel like I have no tongue."
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
Ketria Bastian Scott watches as a developer cuts down a historic,...
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A crew cuts down a historic, century-old Sycamore tree at the corner of Oxford Street and 23rd St., Monday, June 17, 2013, in Houston. Locals showed their support in keeping the tree as they stood in protest. The tree is 106-feet tall, according to the 2011 Harris County Tree Registry.
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
A crew cuts down a historic, century-old Sycamore tree at the...
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Ketria Bastian Scott watches as a developer cuts down a historic, century-old Sycamore tree at the corner of Oxford Street and 23rd St., Monday, June 17, 2013, in Houston. Locals showed their support in keeping the tree as they stood in protest. The tree is 106-feet tall, according to the 2011 Harris County Tree Registry. Scott, an artist who lives in the neighborhood and who has tried to save the tree, said "the Lorax says you speak for the trees because the trees have no tongue. I feel like I have no tongue."
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
Ketria Bastian Scott watches as a developer cuts down a historic,...
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Police investigate an attempted bank robbery in the 12600 block of Memorial Drive Monday, June 17, 2013, in Houston. The robbery was reported about 8:45 a.m. at the BBVA Compass Bank at 12649 Memorial near Boheme, according to the Houston Police Department. Initial reports indicated the man sped away alone after the robbery in a gray four-door Lincoln westbound on Memorial. Police requested a helicopter to be launched to help find the suspect.
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
Police investigate an attempted bank robbery in the 12600 block of...
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Police investigate an attempted bank robbery in the 12600 block of Memorial Drive Monday, June 17, 2013, in Houston. The robbery was reported about 8:45 a.m. at the BBVA Compass Bank at 12649 Memorial near Boheme, according to the Houston Police Department. Initial reports indicated the man sped away alone after the robbery in a gray four-door Lincoln westbound on Memorial. Police requested a helicopter to be launched to help find the suspect.
Photo: Cody Duty, Houston Chronicle
Police investigate an attempted bank robbery in the 12600 block of...
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Gabrielle Chaplin, 5, of Houston, blasts off as she wears a Superhero costume as she participates in The Houston Children's Museum's Superhero themed activities, Saturday, June 15, 2013, in the Houston Children's Museum in Houston. The Superhero program, known as 'The League', is a part of the Museum's Summer of Epic Adventure. There will be programs such as 'get your Gear On', making gadgets, Physical training, and testing your powers until the program ends Sept, 2 2013.
Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle
Gabrielle Chaplin, 5, of Houston, blasts off as she wears a...
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Valeira Chaparro Prieto, 4, and sister Ximena Chaparro Prieto, 5, play under the Murdock establishment as their family seek shelter from sun on Saturday, June 15, 2013, in Houston.
Photo: Mayra Beltran
Valeira Chaparro Prieto, 4, and sister Ximena Chaparro Prieto, 5,...
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DeSean Matthews enjoys a ride with grandfather John Matthews who travel along the route of the Galveston Juneteenth Parade on Saturday, June 15, 2013, in Houston.
Photo: Mayra Beltran
DeSean Matthews enjoys a ride with grandfather John Matthews who...
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People riding Segway machines pose for a photograph in front of the Alamo on June 14, 2013 in San Antonio, Texas. The Alamo, built as a chapel after 1744, is all that remains from the mission of San Antonio de Valero which was founded in 1718 by the Franciscans and eventually converted into a fortress. The city's most famous landmark played a crucial role in the Texas Revolution with the Battle of the Alamo, a thirteen day seige from February 23 to March 6, 1836, and remains a popular tourist destination.
Photo: FREDERIC J. BROWN, AFP/Getty Images
People riding Segway machines pose for a photograph in front of the...
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A member of Platinum Security checks the bags of fans as they enter the doors before the start of an MLB game at Minute Maid Park, Friday, June 14, 2013, in Houston.
Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle
A member of Platinum Security checks the bags of fans as they enter...
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Artist Earl Jones, left, walks away as Sam Collins III stands atop a box that will be used tomorrow in a mock slave sale where Collins will sell his four-year old son who must be sold because he was caught trying to learn how to read as preparations are made for the 8th Annual Juneteenth Family Day in Hitchcock.
Photo: Eric Kayne, For The Chronicle
Artist Earl Jones, left, walks away as Sam Collins III stands atop...
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Artist Earl Jones, left, is directed by Sam Collins III where to put a sculpture Jones created as they prepare for the 8th Annual Juneteenth Family Day in Hitchcock on Saturday at Stringfellow Orchards, June 14, 2013 in Hitchcock, TX. When revelers head out to the 8th Annual Juneteenth Family Day, they'll be teaching youth to make some positive history of their own. The event will include live music, a reading of the Letter from a Birmingham Jail, and dramatic recreations. Participants will also help create a commemorative mural alongside renowned artist Ted Ellis, whose poignant works are gaining a national audience.
Photo: Eric Kayne, For The Chronicle
Artist Earl Jones, left, is directed by Sam Collins III where to...
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Sam Collins III hangs a painting of a Nubian by artist Earl Jones as he prepares for the 8th Annual Juneteenth Family Day in Hitchcock.
Photo: Eric Kayne, For The Chronicle
Sam Collins III hangs a painting of a Nubian by artist Earl Jones...
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Raul Leonardo Sagastuy Herrera, of Guatemala City, Guatemala, does a set of physical therapy exercise with his therapist Chris Minione, Friday, June 14, 2013, in the Houston Orthopedic & Spine Hospital's John West Therapy Services room in Houston. Sagastuy Herrera has dealt with bone cancer since he was a teenager and says he feels much better since having surgery done.
Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle
Raul Leonardo Sagastuy Herrera, of Guatemala City, Guatemala, does...
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Raul Leonardo Sagastuy Herrera, of Guatemala City, Guatemala, uses crutches to walk to a physical therapy table two weeks after having orthopedic surgery, Friday, June 14, 2013, in the Houston Orthopedic & Spine Hospital's John West Therapy Services room in Houston. Sagastuy Herrera has dealt with bone cancer since he was a teenager and says he feels much better since having the surgery done.
Photo: Nick De La Torre, Houston Chronicle
Raul Leonardo Sagastuy Herrera, of Guatemala City, Guatemala, uses...
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Rev. Maurice A. Johnson, pastor of Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, poses near one of the no parking sign recently posted across the street from the church in Houston. New neighbors and members of the nearly century-old church have had ongoing disputes. In the latest clash, no parking signs have been posted across the street from the church.
Photo: Melissa Phillip, Houston Chronicle
Rev. Maurice A. Johnson, pastor of Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist...
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Carved sign on the front of the Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in Houston.
Photo: Melissa Phillip, Houston Chronicle
Carved sign on the front of the Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist...
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